Senior Contract Administrator

Company:  COLAS RAIL EGYPT BRANCH
Location:  Egypt
Country:  Egypt
Type of Contract:  Regular / Permanent
Publication Date:  Sep 29, 2025

Job Description

Contract Management & Administration

  • Administer main and subcontract agreements in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
  • Maintain contract registers, variation logs, and review correspondence trackers.
  • Ensure timely issuance of contractual notices (e.g., delay, disruption, claims).
  • Monitor compliance with contractual obligations by all parties.

Claims & Variations

  • Prepare, assess, and negotiate variations, claims, and change orders.
  • Support the preparation of Extension of Time (EOT) claims and cost claims.
  • Maintain records and evidence to support claims (e.g., site diaries, progress reports, correspondence).

 Commercial Support

  • Assist in cost control and forecasting in coordination with the commercial team.
  • Review and validate subcontractor invoices and payment applications.
  • Support procurement and tendering processes for subcontract packages.

Risk & Opportunity Management

  • Identify contractual risks and opportunities and advise project management accordingly.
  • Participate in risk reviews and mitigation planning.
  • Ensure early warning notices are issued and managed appropriately.

Documentation & Reporting

  • Maintain organized and auditable contract files and records.
  • Prepare regular reports on contractual status, claims, and commercial matters.
  • Ensure proper archiving of contractual documents and correspondence.
  • Maintain project sharepoint in a structured manner with support of document control team

 Compliance & Governance

  • Ensure adherence to company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.

Support audits and internal reviews related to contract administration

Main Responsibilities

 

Education:

  • Degree in Construction Management, Business, Law, Engineering or Quantity Surveying preferred.

 

Experience:

  • Minimum 5-8 years experience in EPC industry. Possesses knowledge of Prime contract(FIDIC) and extensive Subcontract management functions and work experience of a progressively responsible nature. Receives direction and guidance from  functional management to ensure the consistent application of standards and procedures on jobsite. 
  • Skill in working and communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with other project functional groups such as Engineering, Construction, Project Controls, Legal, and Accounting, as well as with contractors
  • Commercial and Financial acumen

Language Requirements:

  • Excellent command of English & Arabic Language
  • French is a plus but not necessary